St. Mary’s School of Medford, Oregon has been a KL partner school since 2012. Under the current leadership of Head of School Ryan Bernard, St. Mary’s has expanded its educational reach through branch campuses in several Chinese cities including Pinghu, Wuhan, Zhengzhou, Shenzhen, and Chengdu. This successful partnership serves hundreds of students in grades 9-12, providing authentic American education to international students.
St. Mary’s has also established the St. Mary’s Online Academy (SMOA), a Cognia-accredited global online learning platform that delivers the same rigorous American curriculum through experienced American teachers and professional bilingual learning coaches. With an impressive track record of academic success, 30% of SMOA graduates attend Top 50 universities and 80% attend Top 100 universities worldwide, including prestigious institutions such as UC Berkeley, UCLA, NYU, and the University of Washington.
For more on St. Mary’s experience building its branch campus network in China, read our white paper “Expanding Mission, Reach, and Access Globally: One US School’s Experience Establishing Branch Campuses Abroad.”
For more on St. Mary’s innovative college counseling model, read our white paper “Beyond Rankings: Holistic College Counseling for International Students and the New Focus on ‘Fit.'”
For more on SMOA, read SMOA website “St. Mary’s Online Academy”
St. Mary’s-Chengdu, authorized by The College Board, provides diverse educational pathways for junior high school graduates in China. The program explores ways to enhance students’ English proficiency through a bilingual teaching environment, comprehensively improving their English communication skills to meet international standards. This approach lays a solid foundation for students to pursue further education at prestigious universities both domestically and abroad, cultivating high-caliber talent with a global perspective.
Address:398 Bairihongxi Road, Jinjiang District, Chengdu, Sichuan
The No. 3 Senior High School of Shenzhen features first-class educational facilities that exceed the equipment standards for both Guangdong Province’s national-level demonstration high schools and Guangdong Province’s new curriculum model schools, establishing itself as one of China’s premier educational institutions.
In 2021, the school established a Chinese-Western integrated bilingual education program in partnership with St. Mary’s School, a century-old American institution. The program aims to cultivate students’ independent character and develop them into socially responsible global citizens.
Established in September 2013 in central China, the St. Mary’s-Wuhan campus currently employs 17 faculty serving high school students who enthusiastically participate in extracurricular activities including sports and drama, movie, newspaper, and radio clubs. Our students also have the opportunity to travel to St. Mary’s home campus in Medford, Oregon for summer academic and cultural exchange programming. All graduates of St. Mary’s-Wuhan have successfully enrolled in 4 year, top-rated overseas universities.
Address:1469 Zhongshan Ave, Jiang'an, Wuhan, Hubei, China 430010
Established in September 2013, the St. Mary’s-Pinghu campus currently employs 14 faculty and serves high school students who enjoy a diverse array of extracurricular activities including sports and art, computerized architecture models, cooking, and craftsmanship clubs. Our Pinghu students also have the opportunity to travel to St. Mary’s home campus in Medford, Oregon for summer academic and cultural exchange programs.
Address:831 Donghu Ave, Pinghu, Zhejiang, China 314200
Established in September 2015 in east central China, the St. Mary’s – Zhengzhou campus currently employs 20 faculty serving 65 students in grades 10 – 12. Extracurricular activities, including baseball, cheerleading, public speaking, and the American culture club, cater to the students’ wide-ranging interests. St. Mary’s – Zhengzhou students also have the opportunity to travel to the original St. Mary’s campus in Medford, Oregon for summer academic and cultural exchange programming.
Address:11 Chaofeng Rd, East Economic Development Zone, Zhengzhou, Henan, China 450000
We’re excited to share a special video featuring Allan Bowers, one of our dedicated teachers, recently recorded by Pinghu TV. In this short video, Allan reflects on his years of teaching and living in Pinghu, offering insights into his journey at St. Mary’s Pinghu Campus. His passion for teaching, commitment to his students, and the connections he’s built in this vibrant community are truly inspiring.
Allan’s story goes beyond a simple professional journey, revealing the nuanced experiences of our teachers adapting to and thriving in a new educational environment. His insights provide valuable perspectives for our team members working across different cities and campuses in China, showcasing the adaptability, resilience, and passion that define our company’s international teaching approach.
Take a moment to watch and get inspired by Allan’s story!
“I enjoy writing stories, and got third place in a national writing competition. In the future, I want to develop my skills in the US. I’d like to go to New York University.
I want the whole world to unite and cooperate with no war. I also want each country to develop their economy without polluting the environment. Long-term benefits are more important than short-term ones.”
“I feel very happy to have the opportunity to have classes with international teachers. Their classes are fun, meaningful, and increase my interest in learning English.
I would like to organize my country to donate to poorer areas around the world, so that they can buy equipment and materials and develop themselves. I also think we need to use fewer resources that cause pollution, and use clean energy in our factories and companies.”
St. Mary’s School is recognized by Cognia. Cognia certification is the world's largest international school accreditation organization. Its certification mark is recognized and respected in over 90 countries worldwide, providing schools with an independent quality mark.
St. Mary’s School and Portland State University (PSU) have partnered to offer direct admissions for graduating students from St. Mary’s Global Campuses into PSU’s undergraduate programs. This collaboration supports academically qualified students who have completed an advanced American curriculum, including AP courses, in their transition to PSU. The partnership emphasizes a seamless process for international students, ensuring they meet admission criteria while benefiting from a supportive pathway to higher education in the U.S.
Portland State University (PSU), located in the heart of Portland, Oregon, is a vibrant and diverse public research university known for its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and community engagement. Founded in 1946, PSU offers over 200 degree programs and is recognized for its strong emphasis on experiential learning, preparing students to tackle real-world challenges. As Oregon’s most affordable public research university, PSU attracts a diverse student body from across the globe, fostering a dynamic and inclusive campus environment. With its urban campus and strong ties to the local community, PSU provides students with unique opportunities for internships, research, and civic involvement, making it a hub for academic excellence and social impact.
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